As a Muslim I am very happy to have you guys in the community…read more environment is great behavior is great everything and everyone is super nice and friendly thank you

Subhanallah, made it just in time for Dhuhr prayer :)…read moreWhether you're here to pray, reflect, or soak in peaceful energy, the Islamic Center of San Diego is more than a mosque--it's a sanctuary. And on a day like today, with the sun shining just right and that signature blue wrapping around you, it's the kind of place that makes you grateful just to exist !

I must say, the tajweed is fantastic for San Diego. Usually tajweed kind of bland in Southern…read moreCalifornia but this place has strong tajweed.Food events and festivals are lovely. My only concern is the connection of the mosque to the 9/11 hijackers and its ties to the CIA/FBI before AND after. For all I know Bush did 9/11. Go with the kababs and naan. A warm and welcoming environment. Stay respectful and classy San Diego.

I love this masjid So simple and always so homey. It's so…read morediverse and welcoming. I always come here with my family. There is a separate hall for men and women with separate entrances. Khutba is in English and some Arabic.

This masjid is no longer at this location. If anyone knows a masjid in El Cajon, CA. Please share…read morewith us or if you are aware of the relocation of this masjid.

As an American who accepted Islam later in life, it is very helpful to have 100% English programs…read moreand an environment where they are really about spiritual growth and applying the beautiful principles of this religion to daily lives and to have a positive effect on our community and society, not just a superficial hang out club for one particular ethnic group where all other ethnicities are excluded where Islam is misused as a guise and an empty vessel. Whether you are Muslim or not, you will not be treated like a stranger (like you would be in ethno-centric cultural centers), but as an equal in humanity. An excellent place to learn and meet warm, kind people.

This place has incredible energy! Coming here was a life changing experience for me! Everyone is…read moresuper nice and caring!

Absolutely gorgeous temple…read more Came here for the first time this year. They have their own private parking lot. We came here late on a friday night around 7pm, and to my surprise, there was almost no one there. I'd assume that this place gets more packed in the daytime. It's a very quiet place, but beautiful environment to take photos. The front outdoor patio area is fully decorated from floor to sky. Completely covered with lanterns on top, A wall adorned with more lanterns, and a wall covered with chinese umbrellas. And we have inside, where we make our prayers and blessings, make sure you take your shoes off before entering! Also beautifully decorated in honor of Buddha. You can spend quite some time here. Must see!

The Monks accepted prayer request from a non-Buddhist without question. As a retired United Church…read moreof Christ pastor, I know hospitality. 85-year-old Grandma Wincom was a wonderfully hospitable guide. Honestly, I was nervous but they were accepting. I was moved to tears as they chanted the prayers for our beloved ones that have left this earthly life. I'm so grateful for this experience.

I went to the Lao New Year Festival on Saturday, which took place at this temple. The event was…read morepretty small, but enjoyable. There were a couple of very detailed floats in front of the temple, which were perfect for photo ops. I wanted to see what the food vendors were selling before eventually getting 3 sugar cane drinks, 2 steak dishes with jeow sauce, and some pineapple with dipping sauces. My friend also shared his coconut dessert with us, which was tasty. I liked that the vendors were very friendly and let you sample what they were selling, since you might not be familiar with their sauces. We also liked the jeow sauce so much, that we bought a bottle of it and already used it twice since then. After enjoying our food, we went inside the temple- you'll need to take off your shoes before entering. My friends got blessed by the monk and received pretty handmade bracelets! There were also some dancers on the stage, but I didn't have a chance to see them. Looking forward to come back next year!

A buddhist temple nestled within a busy street off a f 43rd street…read more Visited it by recommendation of a friend. Not sure if free vegetarian food is offered every Sunday but the day I went, it did. It was delicious and people are so nice & kind and keep offering me more. A must visit if you want to try out their delicious vegetarian food & a place to pray and find peace. I have heard they have also started monthly meditation sessions. Will check it out one of these days.

I came here today with my dad and uncle to visit my mom's urn that has been placed in this temple…read morefor almost 2 years. When my mom was still with us, we visited this temple every Lunar New Year. Now that she's gone, we still keep the tradition. My parents were devout worshippers who dedicated every Sunday towards volunteering here, rain or shine, year round. Parking here is a bit challenging since the city converted all of the nearby street parking into bike lanes on either side of the road. Honestly, I do not see the point in this because I have yet to see a biker in the many times I've visited this temple! You have to be creative and find parking along other streets. This temple is known for its excellent vegetarian food at a very reasonable price. Even Phuong Trang restaurant orders vegetarian egg rolls from them in bulk. You have to try their egg rolls, it's pretty amazing! On Sundays, there is complimentary food at noon for fellow worshippers. They really go all out and the food is great! Definitely check it out!

Finally Found Home at Hope City…read more I walked into Hope City Church at a time when I was searching, feeling lost, and needing something more in my life--and I can honestly say, I've found exactly what I was looking for. From the moment I arrived, there was a genuine sense of welcome, purpose, and community. Pastor Eric Rountree and Pastor Jennifer Rountree are true pillars--not just within the church, but in the broader community as well. Their leadership is authentic, compassionate, and grounded, and it shows in everything they do. Hope City isn't just a place you attend--it's a place where you belong. If you're searching for a church home, this is where you'll feel seen, supported, and spiritually renewed. Highly recommend.

I came to Hope City about 7 months ago. I had been through a very difficult couple of years. I was…read moreso nervous to walk into a church again after several years of being out of fellowship. What I found at Hope City is a gathering of people who genuinely care. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming. It's truly a "come as you are" environment. The worship is dynamic and helps me to lay aside the things of the previous week and focus on the Lord. But the best thing of all is that sitting under and applying Pastor Eric's teaching has changed my life. Every week I am encouraged, corrected and empowered to live my life as Christ would without feeling judged or condemned. I'm so grateful to have found this church. If you're looking for a church home I highly recommend Hope City.